Invitations for Mothers Day

Use invitations for Mothers Day to get the word out about any celebration you are planning, from a large party to an intimate mother-daughter dinner.

Mothers Day Invitation Information

Like other party invitations, an invite to a Mothers Day party should include the party location, what time it begins and RSVP information. It should also have directions to special venues and any other pertinent information.

In some cases, it may be necessary to have special invitation wording for a party that is a little more than the kids getting together in honor of their mom.

Surprise Party Invite

If you plan to throw a large surprise party for your mother, you will need to word your invitations so that the guests know they should keep the party a secret. The invitation needs to include all the regular information, plus a mention of the surprise aspect of the party. Lines to use vary depending on the type of surprise party you are throwing, but may include:

Mom's the best, so let's give her a day of SURPRISEing rest!
Shh! We're keeping the moms out of the loop, but it's time you heard the scoop
In honor of the moms who have given their all, we are hosting a surprise Mother's Day ball

Women Only Invite

While Mothers Day celebrates the special women who raise both sons and daughters, many women like to host a females-only party on this day. Whether you need a Mothers Day tea invitation or girls-only spa party invitation, you should specify that the event will be just for the gals.

Invitations for Mothers Day from Kids

Children love to make their own cards and invitations, and they can show off their creativity when they invite Mom to breakfast, lunch or a movie. Regardless of what is planned for the day, kids can create party invitations that their mothers are sure to cherish.

Photo Invitation

Have kids pick out a favorite photograph of themselves and their mom. Then, crop the photo so that the focus is on the faces of mother and child. Print it in black and white, sepia or with a tint (pink, lavender or pastel blue) for a unique twist. Glue the photo onto cardstock in a complimentary color, folded in half. Have the child(ren) write a special message, inviting Mom to the activities planned for the day. Add glitter and stickers as necessary.

Crafty Kids Invite

Let kids show off their creative side. Give them license to make an invitation using whatever craft supplies you have on hand:

Construction paper
Stickers
Glitter
Glue
Buttons
Ribbon
Old magazines to cut up
Crayons, markers, watercolors

This is perfect for younger children who are not ready to use the computer or choose a card in the store. For kids who are too young to write, the adult helping can print the information on a small card to glue to the invitation card.

Creative Invites Just for Mom

People who want to come up with creative invitations for Mothers Day can make custom invitations out of unusual materials that really make a statement. To get started, think of the hobbies and activities that your mom enjoys, and how you can turn them into an invitation:

Cookie/Cake Invitation: Bake or order Mom a large cookie or cake. Ask that it be decorated like an invitation just for her.
Puzzle Invitation: Purchase blank puzzle cards with envelopes. Use paint or markers to make an invitation while the puzzle is intact. Let it dry, and then break it up inside the envelope. Once Mom puts the puzzle together, she learns what she is invited to do for the day.
Gardening Invitation: Green-thumbed moms will love to get an invitation that helps them get down in the dirt. Buy a few seed packets of her favorite blooms and print invitation information on labels that will cover the front. Tie the invitation seed packets onto a small spade for a cute touch.

Creating invitations for Mothers Day parties is a wonderful way to get the word out to all the guests. Even if the only person invited to the party is Mom, she is sure to appreciate a special invitation made just for her.